--- title: Background Studio – How to Replace Vehicle Photo Backgrounds description: Learn how to use Background Studio in your Carpages dashboard to automatically remove and replace vehicle photo backgrounds, apply styles to all inventory or target specific vehicles, and achieve the best results with simple setup steps. --- [Skip to content](https://help.carpages.ca/knowledge/background-studio#main-content) English Show submenu for translations ![logo-1.svg\]](https://help.carpages.ca/hubfs/logo-1.svg) - [Tickets](https://help.carpages.ca/tickets) - [Go to Knowledge Base](https://help.carpages.ca/knowledge) - [Sign out](https://help.carpages.ca/_hcms/mem/logout) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Tickets](https://help.carpages.ca/tickets) - [Go to Knowledge Base](https://help.carpages.ca/knowledge) - [Sign out](https://help.carpages.ca/_hcms/mem/logout) - English Show submenu for translations - [Other Services](https://dealers.carpages.ca/) [Other Services](https://dealers.carpages.ca/?hsLang=en) How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Help Center](https://help.carpages.ca/knowledge?hsLang=en) 2. [Managing Inventory](https://help.carpages.ca/knowledge/managing-inventory?hsLang=en) # Background Studio – How to Replace Vehicle Photo Backgrounds ## Background Studio allows you to automatically remove and replace the background of your vehicle photos using pre-built or custom backgrounds inside your Carpages dashboard. You can apply backgrounds to all vehicles at once or target specific vehicles using rules. ### **Video Guide and Steps Below** ### **Step 1: Access Background Studio** - Log into your Carpages Dashboard - In the left-hand menu, click **Background Studio** - Here you’ll see all available **Background Groups** (Rooftop, Showroom, Outdoor, etc.) ![background-studio-01-open-v3](https://help.carpages.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20Guide%20Assets/background-studio-01-open-v3.png?width=540&height=294&name=background-studio-01-open-v3.png) ### **Step 2: Create or Select a Background Group** - You can: - Use an existing background group - Or click the **New Group + icon** to upload your own background images 👉 *Tip:* Use high-quality images for best results   ### **Step 3: Open Cruise Control** - Navigate to **Cruise Control** from the left menu - This is where you control how backgrounds are applied automatically ![background-studio-05-cruise-control-v3](https://help.carpages.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20Guide%20Assets/background-studio-05-cruise-control-v3.png?width=540&height=294&name=background-studio-05-cruise-control-v3.png) ### **Step 4: Enable Background Removal and Choose How It Applies** - Create or edit a rule - Under **Criteria**: - ### Option A: Apply to All Vehicles - Check **Apply to All Vehicles** (This will update your entire inventory automatically) ### Option B: Target Specific Vehicles - Click **Add Criteria** - Example filters: - Price range - Make / Model - Body type (SUV, Truck, etc.) 👉 This allows you to use different backgrounds for different types of inventory - Under **Actions**: Click **Add Action** - Set **What to Change** → *Photos* - Set **Action** → *Replace Background* - Click **Configure** on the action ![](https://help.carpages.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Apr-27-2026-02-31-14-9406-PM.png?width=670&height=481&name=image-png-Apr-27-2026-02-31-14-9406-PM.png)   ### **Step 5: Select Your Background** - Choose your desired **Background Group** from the dropdown - This will determine what background replaces your vehicle photos ![](https://help.carpages.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Apr-27-2026-02-36-53-2871-PM.png?width=670&height=276&name=image-png-Apr-27-2026-02-36-53-2871-PM.png) ### **Step 6: Save Your Changes** - Click **Done and then Save** - If you do NOT click done and save, the background will **not apply** ### **What Happens Next?** - Backgrounds will begin processing automatically - Updates may take a few minutes depending on inventory size ### **Best Practices (Important)** ### Image Quality Matters - Higher resolution backgrounds = better results ### Ground Coverage - Your background image should have **at least 50% floor/ground visible** - This ensures the vehicle sits naturally in the scene ### Keep It Clean - Avoid cluttered or busy backgrounds - Focus should always remain on the vehicle --- ### FAQs ### Can I upload my own backgrounds? Yes — you can create your own Background Groups and upload custom images. --- ### Why doesn’t my background look right? - Low-quality images can reduce output quality - Not enough visible ground can cause poor blending --- ### Can I use different backgrounds for different vehicles? Yes — use a Cruise Control rule with criteria such as price, make, model or body type to choose which vehicles get which background group. --- ### Can I change it later? Yes — you can update or switch backgrounds at any time. ### How do I go back to my original photo backgrounds? Open your Cruise Control rule, click Configure on the Replace Background action, and choose "Use Original Background" from the dropdown. Click Done, then Save the rule. ### How many photos get a new background? Backgrounds are applied to the first photos of each vehicle, in order, and your group's images repeat in sequence. How many photos are processed depends on your package: 1 (Basic), 4, 8 (Premium, the standard), 12 (Ultimate) or 24 (Elite). Contact us if you would like to change your package. ### Related Articles - [Cruise Control Overview - Automate Your Inventory with Rules](https://help.carpages.ca/knowledge/cruise-control?hsLang=en) - [How to Create a Cruise Control Rule](https://help.carpages.ca/knowledge/create-a-cruise-control-rule?hsLang=en) - [Cruise Control Reference](https://help.carpages.ca/knowledge/cruise-control-reference?hsLang=en) - [Cruise Control Tips and Troubleshooting](https://help.carpages.ca/knowledge/cruise-control-tips-and-troubleshooting?hsLang=en) - [Create and Manage Custom Background Groups](https://help.carpages.ca/knowledge/custom-background-groups?hsLang=en) Still have questions? 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